Transport Operator

lmerecruitment.vincere.io; Felixstowe; In loco; GBP 22.000 - 28.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Ongoing training

Generous holiday allocation

Friendly, supportive team

Descrizione del lavoro

Vincere is seeking an experienced Transport Operator in Ipswich to support day-to-day transport operations and manage a fleet of up to 30 trucks. You will ensure deliveries are completed safely, compliantly, and on time, coordinating movements and liaising with customers, depots, and internal teams.

The role requires strong organisation, excellent communication, and proficiency with TMS/WMS systems. Hours are 08:00–17:00, Monday to Friday, with training and career development opportunities.

Competenze

• Experience in transport/logistics operations.
• Strong organisational and time-management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication and people skills.
• Familiarity with TMS/WMS and transport IT systems.
• Candidate may be working towards a Transport Manager qualification.

Mansioni

• Brief drivers and monitor live jobs/ETAs.
• Coordinate daily vehicle movements (up to 30 trucks).
• Maintain accurate TMS/WMS/POD updates.
• Liaise with customers, depots, and internal teams.
• Prepare and manage transport paperwork/records.
• Support driver debriefs and fleet admin.
• Manage delays/issues and keep customers informed.
• Support compliance and best practice (hours, checks, docs).

Conoscenze

Transport/logistics experience

Organisation & time management

Pressure handling

Communication & people skills

TMS/WMS & transport IT systems

Proactive, problem-solver

Transport Manager qualification (or in

Descrizione del lavoro

Role: Transport Operator Location: Ipswich, Suffolk Hours: 08:00 – 17:00 | Mon – Fri

A bit about the company...

One of the UK’s most prominent asset-based transport providers, delivering highly effective logistics solutions since 1918. Supporting customers across all sectors, they offer everything from pure transport to warehousing, distribution, value-added services, and project management.

About the Role...

We’re looking for an experienced Transport Operator to support day-to-day transport operations and manage up to 30 trucks, ensuring deliveries run safely, compliantly, and on time.

Brief drivers and monitor live jobs/ETAs Coordinate daily vehicle movements (up to 30 trucks) Maintain accurate TMS/WMS/POD updates Liaise with customers, depots, and internal teams Prepare and manage transport paperwork/records Support driver debriefs and fleet admin Manage delays/issues and keep customers informed Support compliance and best practice (hours, checks,

docs)

What we’re looking for:

• Transport/logistics experience
• Strong organisation & time management
• Works well under pressure & to deadlines
• Great communication & people skills
• Confident with TMS/WMS & transport IT systems
• Proactive, strong problem-solver
• Transport Manager qualification (or working towards)

The package…

• Competitive salary
• Friendly, supportive team
• Ongoing training and upskilling
• Generous holiday allocation

Next Steps:

Ready to be a key player as a Transport Operator?